Family – Highs and Lows

Simple Ways to Encourage a Second Language

by PEPS on September 27, 2019 in Child development, Family • 0 Comments

Anjelica Malone, a local parent, shares with us the variety of ways her family is providing opportunities for her children to learn a second language…

From Diapers to Diplomas

by PEPS on September 6, 2019 in Family, Parenting • 0 Comments

~ From PEPS sponsor, Washington College Savings Plans (WA529) It is that time again! Vacations are over, cooler days are ahead and the beginning of the new school year is here. Kids across the country are getting ready to head back into the classroom to embark on an exciting new year. For some kids, going back to school can be…

Returning to the Workforce: Setting Your Family up for Success

by Shawna Gamache on September 6, 2019 in Adjusting to Parenthood, Beyond baby steps, Family, Parenting, PEPS Parent Bloggers, Work & Home • 0 Comments

Going back to work after baby can be challenging when you’ve been gone just a few months. But what if you take a longer time off to care for your children? What’s it like to go back then?

My Life as a Grandpa

by PEPS on August 28, 2019 in Family, Grandparents • 3 Comments

A grandpa to multiple grandkids across the country shares with us the things he enjoys most about being a grandparent and what is different from when he was a parent.

Fear and Fun – at Festivals and in Life

by PEPS on August 16, 2019 in Family, Family Activities, Parenting • 2 Comments

~ By Soo Young Lee While exploring new environments, I love seeing the world through the eyes of my son Niko, a fiercely curious 3-year-old. So, I was delighted when PEPS invited us to attend the Northwest Family Festival, a family-friendly festival founded by the owner of The Perfect Push, who provides birthing and doula services, with the support of…

The Domestic Workers Ordinance – What You Need to Know

by PEPS on July 31, 2019 in Family, PEPS, Work & Home • 2 Comments

Learn more about the Domestic Workers Ordinance, a law that provides Seattle’s nannies, house cleaners, home care workers, gardeners, cooks, and household managers with protections.

How to Turn Choosing a Preschool From a Challenge Into a Triumph

by PEPS on July 29, 2019 in Family, Parenting • 1 Comment

Finding a quality preschool or childcare provider can be daunting. Here are some tips that will help you find the right preschool for your child’s needs.

Thriving as a Mom

by PEPS on July 29, 2019 in Adjusting to Parenthood, Family, Parenting, Self-Care • 0 Comments

Anjelica moved to Seattle two years ago and transitioned from being a stay-at-home parent to a full-time grad student while working. Read about what she’s learned from making the shift and what time-savers her family has implemented to help them enjoy each day.